Kelso Industries · 15 hours ago
HR Generalist
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKelso Industries is a leading provider of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions with over 3,500 employees. They are seeking a proactive HR Generalist to support employee experience, day-to-day HR operations, and compliance, while fostering a culture of engagement and support within the organization.
Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)IndustrialMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted resource for employees at all levels, providing guidance on workplace concerns, HR policies, and procedures
Support supervisors with performance conversations, documentation, coaching, and conflict resolution
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism
Assist employees with benefits questions, enrollment changes, and 401(k) inquiries
Support FMLA, ADA, short‑term disability, workers’ compensation, and return‑to‑work processes
Maintain accurate HRIS data and confidential personnel files
Facilitate a welcoming and structured onboarding process
Coordinate pre‑employment requirements, new hire documentation, and orientation
Support appreciation events and employee engagement initiatives
Coordinate exit steps, documentation, equipment collection, and system access removal
Conduct exit interviews and share insights for retention and manager coaching
Ensure offboarding is completed with professionalism, empathy, and accuracy
Create and present HR‑related training for managers
Coordinate additional development opportunities and track completions
Partner with leadership to identify workforce needs and mitigate HR-related risks
Track and report on key HR metrics (turnover, onboarding completion, compliance deadlines, engagement, etc.) to support decision-making
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Support handbook updates and HR procedure improvements
Assist with audits, reporting, and data analysis
Partner with operations and safety leadership to support OSHA compliance, safety training tracking, incident documentation, and workers’ compensation processes as needed
Be a champion for safety standards and protocols by holding self, leaders and field employees to the highest standards
Post jobs, review applicants, coordinate interviews, and manage candidate communication
Build pipelines for key field and office roles
Maintain accurate ATS data
Conduct reference checks, prepare offer letters, and help with pre‑employment screenings
Represent Feldkamp Mechanical at occasional job fairs or hiring events
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
3–5 years of progressive HR experience; construction or field-service industry experience preferred
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.)
Experience with employee relations, recruiting, and HR administration
Demonstrated ability to build and implement scalable HR processes in a fast-paced, field-based environment, balancing structure with flexibility and effective change management
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred (not required)
Benefits
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Company
Kelso Industries
Kelso Industries is a conglomeration of market-leading companies and their executives who offer comprehensive HVAC, and plumbing services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
Paceline Equity Partners
2023-11-27Private Equity· $50M
Leadership Team
Steve Carroll
CEO and Co-Founder
Greg Gernert
CFO
Recent News
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2025-07-31
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